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Music Lesson Reviews from Students

Students are raving about their Music instructors on TakeLessons.
Check out some of these recent reviews.

Review by Yen Yen

"Excellent teaching skill!

I just started lessons with Anna-Lisa. She was able to diagnose my weakness,adjust my posture,give me different execerises to w

ork on, help me to improve my tone,release tension and sing higher notes,woohoo!I'm so glad that I found her,thanks Anna-Lisa, I can't wait for my next lesson with you!"

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Phoenix, AZ teacher:
Anna-Lisa H.

Review by Patrice

"good experience

Jared is a perfect teacher! He is patient, nice, accommodating and never scolds when you dont get practice in. He nicely just trys to get

you back on track with what you have done at that point and moves you forward at the same time. He is interested in what you want.. moves at your speed yet pushes you a little and he genuinely listens to you when you talk. He is open and will share experiences also from his life to help you and make learning fun.Great teacher!!"

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Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Jared J.

Review by Adam

"Matt's been superb with my twins

My sons, now 15, have been taking piano lessons and music theory from Matt for about three years now.

Can't say enough

good things about the experience. Matt is patient, thorough, flexible about days and times when needed, and from top to bottom comes across as an all-around great guy.

Gave four bars on teaching environment only because the lessons are at our house, and the rest of us aren't always quiet when Matt's teaching -- but of course that's not his fault, and he handles our disruptions with kindness and understanding!

One last cool thing about him is his contagious passion for music, not just as a teacher but as a performer, singer, and composer as well.

Highly recommended."

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Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Matthew A.

Review by Daniel

"I've been taking piano lessons with Oliver for about a year now, and in just one year, my love and ability to play piano has surpassed my expectations. Ol

iver creates his lesson plan based on the individual's needs, and adjusts his teaching to match the students capacity to learn, making for a fun, relaxed, and comprehensive lesson each time.

Oliver has helped me not only understand theory, which helps with composing music, but also how to read and play sheet music. Like anything, you only get better with practice, but having a great teacher to guide you along the way makes all the difference.

I would recommend Oliver to any individual seeking to enhance his/her ability to play, read and/or write music, whether you are a beginner or an advanced musician."

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New York, NY teacher:
Oliver E.

Review by Amie

"I took voice lessons from Mary Ann at Groovin' On Music from 2007-2009, and they were worth every penny. I was a background singer in a worship team at c

hurch and I was shy to sing lead because I didn't know how to sing vibrato or navigate the falsetto break in my range. I had always wanted to take lessons as a kid but never was able to until adulthood. I was a bit nervous when I first came in, but Mary Ann put me at ease. She is a beautiful spirit who inspired me, challenged me, and made me laugh. She is not only amazingly talented and experienced, but she genuinely loves people and makes the lessons an enjoyable experience. Mary Ann definitely took my voice to the next level. Many people have commented on the difference in my voice and my confidence level before and after the lessons. I now sing lead, am at home with my vibrato and know how to use all the notes in my range. I would absolutely recommend Mary Ann as a voice coach for people of all ages!"

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Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Mary Ann G.

Review by Michelle

"I signed up for lessons initially to improve my speaking voice as I spent a lot of time speaking and found I could barely talk at the end of the day. I ca

nnot even begin to explain how much the lessons have helped me. Not only do I have more control of over my voice and feel much more confident, but I've learned to carry a tune. My voice continues to develop and I couldn't be happier. These vocal lessons have also taught me so much about stress and how to be aware of my body as a whole.

Shannon is incredible and soooooo patient! Highly recommended for anyone who is searching for instruction in voice. Even though I don't play piano I've been tempted to begin just because I know how effective of a teacher Shannon is."

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Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Shannon K.

Review by Mrs. Mandy

""Take Mandy M's educational degree, add her extensive experience as a musician and as a music teacher, then mix in her love of children, and you've got th

e recipe for a wonderful experience in learning about piano and musical performance.""

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Austin, TX teacher:
Mrs. Mandy M.

Review by Estela

"Estela was my son’s trumpet teacher for several years. My son enjoyed lessons with Estela, and his musical ability greatly improved. She was able to motiv

ate Anthony throughout those difficult pre-teen years. He is now participating in All State and All County honor bands, and received a superior rating on his solo. He will be attending college in the fall, and has already been accepted into the music program at The University of Tampa. We were lucky to have had Estela for Anthony’s private lessons.- Dr. Bonnie and Stan Rice, parents, studied for 3 years."

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Columbia, SC teacher:
Estela A.

Review by Sara

"I have known Amanda for about a year. She has a deep sense of musicality that cannot be imitated or faked, and a vast knowledge of genres, arrangements, a

nd technique.

Beyond the stats and her intimidatingly impressive portfolio and collaborations, what most impresses me is her grounded nature, thorough preparation, thoughtful communication & teaching, and kindness.

To know and learn from her as a musician and person is an opportunity I hope you have the privilege to take."

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New York, NY teacher:
Amanda R.

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